For nearly two decades, Via Brasil Steakhouse has brought Brazilian flavor, hospitality and uncompromising quality to Las Vegas. Co-owner Anna Gomes shares the passion, attention to detail and family-first philosophy behind the restaurant’s longevity — and why food made with genuine care simply tastes different.
Crown Block sits atop Reunion Tower, a gleaming jewel high above the Dallas metroplex, with a Las Vegas connection in Elizabeth Blau and her husband, chef Kim Canteenwalla, of Blau & Associates, whose reputation for excellence makes Dallas a natural addition to their collection of restaurant jewels.
In Las Vegas, where over-the-top shows and giant drinks often steal the spotlight, Daniel Ponsky is quietly doing something far more enduring: teaching people to truly understand what's in their glass. As the resident mixologist at The Cabinet of Curiosities at Horseshoe Las Vegas, Ponsky reshapes how guests think about flavor, balance and creativity. He does it one drink at a time.
Local favorite D’Agostino's Trattoria has been family-owned and -run since it first opened. The restaurant is more than a place to eat; it's a gathering place, headed by husband-and-wife chef team Dan and Brandi Thompson. When their restaurant grew beyond expectations, the family faced a turning point: a brief closure for renovation that would honor the past while embracing the future.
Chef Fabio Viviani's journey has taken him from humble beginnings to "Top Chef." Over decades, he has created a refined, inviting atmosphere with a thoughtful menu of handmade pasta, fresh seafood, indulgent entrees, decadent desserts and handcrafted cocktails for his guests to savor with every sip and bite. Viviani, as well as being a celebrity chef, is also a renowned hospitality developer, restaurateur, best-selling cookbook author and television personality.
There is a cliché that states, "money makes the world go around," and funding (money) is indeed needed by charities and nonprofits to provide services and products. The Autism Community Trust focuses on raising funds and donating to charities and nonprofits that provide services to the autism community in Southern Nevada. There are several organizations offering resources, support groups and therapeutic services for individuals with autism and their families.
As famed skier Alberto Tomba once said, "Skiing is an art, and the mountain is my canvas." In Crans-Montana, that canvas is nothing short of spectacular. Having visited Switzerland many times, we find the winter months magically magnetic, drawing thousands to some of the world's best ski regions. As we settled into our comfortable first-class train seats, we passed snow-covered, chalet-lined villages straight out of a storybook—our destination: Crans-Montana, Switzerland.
Bourbon Steak at Four Seasons Hotel Las Vegas exemplifies Chef Michael Mina's signature approach to modern American dining—bold flavors, refined technique and a touch of indulgence. A fixture on the Las Vegas Strip, Mina is no stranger to the city's dining scene, with acclaimed concepts like Bardot Brasserie at Aria Resort & Casino among his many successes.
Chic Compass pulled out all the stops for its latest launch at another sold-out event. Held at the fun and fabulous Loaded Empanadas on May 15 in Las Vegas, we introduced our cover star, Tony Pearson, and met many of the other fascinating individuals featured in this edition. It was an action-packed evening filled with celebrity performers, writers, designers, our valued advertisers, and many other interesting guests.
When Tony A. Marnell II, founder and chairman emeritus of the Marnell Companies, envisioned the Marnell Corporate Center in Las Vegas more than two decades ago, he was unknowingly crafting a master recipe—one that would simmer into a legendary dining institution. Little did he realize that among his finest ingredients would be Panevino Italian Grille.
